Pet Care in Roscoe Village

Complete guide to dog ownership in Roscoe Village, Chicago. Hamlin Park DFA with pea gravel surface, 4 vets issuing $10 DFA tags, dog-friendly patios (Four Treys allows dogs inside!), and insider tips.

By Pawel Kaczmarek
Excellent Walkability
Ward 47 60618, 60657 Near Paulina Brown Line Station, Roscoe Street Corridor

Local Tips from Roscoe Village Dog Owners

  • Hamlin DFA is less crowded before 8AM and after 7PM - peak times are 5-7PM weekdays
  • Horner Park DFA is larger and has small dog area - worth the 10-min walk northwest
  • Tennis balls from adjacent courts at Hamlin become free dog toys
  • Four Treys Tavern allows dogs INSIDE - rare in Chicago, great for winter socializing

Dog Parks in Roscoe Village

All Chicago off-leash parks require a Dog Friendly Area (DFA) permit ($10/year).

Hamlin Dog Friendly Area

3035 N Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Surface gravel
Small dog area No
Hours 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Horner Park Dog Friendly Area

2741 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Surface Wood chip
Small dog area Yes
Hours 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
DFA Permit Guide →

Dog-Friendly Patios in Roscoe Village

Village Tap

2055 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618

Patio Year-round
Heated Yes

Dogs welcome on outdoor beer garden patio. Dog treats available at the bar. Popular post-Hamlin Park hangout.

Four Treys Tavern

3333 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Patio Year-round
Dogs inside Yes

Dogs welcome INSIDE the bar AND on patio - one of few indoor-dog-friendly spots in Chicago. Great for winter socializing with your pup.

Kitsch'n on Roscoe

2005 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618

Patio Year-round
Heated Yes

Dogs welcome on outdoor patio areas including backyard garden and sidewalk cafe. Perfect brunch spot with your pup.

Commonwealth Tavern

2000 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618

Patio Seasonal

Dogs welcome on outdoor patio. Water bowls provided. Cubs and Notre Dame game day crowd.

Piazza Bella

2116 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618

Patio Seasonal

Dogs welcome on sidewalk patio. Family-friendly atmosphere extends to four-legged family members. Water bowls available.

Volo Restaurant

2008 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618

Patio Seasonal

Dogs welcome on garden patio during brunch and dinner service. Call ahead for patio availability.

Winter Walking

Protected from lake effect wind by inland location but still receives heavy snowfall. Tree-lined streets can accumulate ice on sidewalks under canopy. Hamlin Park Dog Friendly Area (DFA) gravel surface drains well but can ice over. Chicago winter overnight parking ban (Dec 1-Apr 1) enforced on arterial streets including Western Ave and Belmont Ave.

Chicago Winter Walking Guide →

Veterinary Care Near Roscoe Village

MedVet Chicago

24/7

3305 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Roscoe Village Animal Hospital

DFA Tags

3131 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

773-549-3131

Mon-Fri 7AM-7:30PM, Sat 8AM-4:30PM

Sploot Veterinary Care - Roscoe Village

DFA Tags

3621 N Western Ave, Unit B, Chicago, IL 60618

773-299-1528

Mon-Sun 8AM-8PM

GoodVets Roscoe Village

DFA Tags

2340 W Belmont Ave, Ste 200, Chicago, IL 60618

312-340-6688

Mon-Sat 8AM-6PM

VCA Ark Animal Hospital

DFA Tags

3235 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

773-442-6500

Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-2PM

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